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Kyler Murray Issues Apology For Posing With Bulldog And Retro Vick Jersey

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 31: Kyler Murray #1 of the Arizona Cardinals reacts after a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on December 31, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray apologized on Wednesday after posting a picture of himself posing with one of his bulldogs while wearing a Michael Vick retro jersey.

Murray deleted the post after receiving heavy backlash and later apologized in Wednesday’s press conference.

“In no way, shape or form do I condone animal cruelty or dog fighting,” the quarterback said. “I saw how it affected people, so I decided to take it down. So I apologize to anybody and whoever I affected.”

Vick spent 21 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to organizing a dogfighting ring in August 2007.

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Prior to his time in prison, Vick spent six seasons with the Atlanta Falcons. After his release, he rejoined the NFL by signing with the Philadelphia Eagles in 2009. He played five seasons in Philadelphia before spending one-year stints with the New York Jets and Pittsburgh Steelers. Vick retired in 2017 and is currently the head coach of Norfolk State.

Murray and the Cardinals improved to a 2-0 record after defeating the Carolina Panthers at home last Sunday. The 28-year-old quarterback threw for 220 yards and recorded one touchdown during the win. The Cardinals hit the road this weekend as they face division rivals San Francisco 49ers.